Takatsuki City to Launch Home Care Support System for Young Cancer Patients from June

Takatsuki City announced that starting June 1, 2026 (Monday), it will initiate a new program to subsidize part of the home care service fees for young cancer patients (aged 18 and older but under 40). The goal is to support their medical and daily lives so they can live in their own homes as they wish until the end.

While home care support for cancer patients under 18 is covered by the Specific Pediatric Chronic Diseases Support System and those over 40 are covered by the Long-Term Care Insurance System, this new program is designed to bridge the gap for individuals aged 18 to 39. Eligibility is limited to Takatsuki City residents aged 18 to 39 who have been diagnosed by a doctor with terminal cancer, require home care, and cannot receive similar subsidies under other systems.

To apply, individuals must first consult with the Health Promotion Division, then submit an application form along with a medical opinion. Once approved, 90% of the costs for five specific services—home help (personal care, daily assistance, transport), home bathing, rental of welfare equipment (wheelchairs, special beds, handrails), purchase of welfare equipment (toilet seats, simple bathtubs), and care plan creation—will be subsidized, up to a monthly limit of 54,000 yen.

[Overview of Support for Young Cancer Patients]

Eligibility Requirements (must meet all 1-5): 1. Residents registered in the Takatsuki City basic resident register. 2. Aged 18 or older but under 40. 3. Cancer patients deemed terminal by a doctor. 4. Need support for home care. 5. Cannot receive similar support from other systems.

Services Covered: 1. Home help (personal care, daily assistance, transport) 2. Home bathing 3. Rental of welfare equipment 4. Purchase of welfare equipment 5. Care plan creation costs

Subsidy Amount: 90% of service costs (up to 54,000 yen per month; 10% user copayment).